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Patent GB-190929127-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Spring Mattress
Inventor: MEGRET ALBERT LOUIS
IPC: A47C23/34
Filed: 1909-12-13
Granted: 1910-08-25
Abstract: 29,127. Megret, A. L. Dec. 12, 1908, [Convention date]. Spring surfaces.-A spring mattress, applicable to double and single beds, sofas, couches, and carriage and other seats, comprises two frames 1, 2, which are respectively fixed and movable. The frames are pivoted together, and are connected by one or more arrangements of jointed parallelograms, which prevent the upper movable frame 2 from warping. The upper frame 2 is pivoted at one end to uprights 3, rigidly secured to the lower frame 1 by riveted stays 4. At the other end, cross-bars 11, 12 are fixed to the frames 1, 2, and are connected together by pairs of links 13, 14, the pivots of which are coupled together by bars 15. The woven wire or other surface 8 bears on springs 7 attached to cross-bars 6 in the lower frame between the jointed parallelograms and on springs 10 attached to U-shaped cross-bars 9 in the upper frame. The bars forming the frames 1, 2 and those forming the jointed parallelograms are preferably placed edgeways.
Patent GB-190930073-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Instruments for Killing Poultry or the like.
Inventor: COWBURN THOMAS
IPC: A22B3/08
Filed: 1909-12-23
Granted: 1910-12-22
Abstract: 30,073. Cowburn, T., and Godfrey, E. L. Dec. 23. Slaughtering.-Comprises an instrument for killing poultry in which the wings and neck of the bird are secured in notches D, E, respectively, of a piece C, to which two arms A, B are pivoted, one arm carrying a knife K and the other a socket for the knife to fit into. The wings are secured by a pin d and the neck by a latch e. In a modification, the piece C is formed integral with the arm B, and the arm A is provided with a projection which moves across the notch E as the arms are brought together, and breaks the neck of the bird. The operating- lever may, if desired, be normally held away from the other against the action of a spring, so that by releasing a trigger the arm is actuated sharply by the spring.
Patent GB-191005583-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Telemeters.
Inventor: COLZI VIRGILIO
Filed: 1910-03-05
Granted: 1911-03-06
Abstract: 5583. Colzi, V., and Bardelli, F. March 5. [Addition to 23,768/09.] Range-finders; micrometer systems.-Relates to telemeters as described in the parent Specification, and consists in modifications in the eyepiece prism, the micrometer system, the rectifying-system, and the means for supporting the optical parts from the outer case. The prism 6, Fig. 2, is cut along a plane 7 parallel to its hypotenusal face, and the parts are then cemented together again, the result being that the sector 5 is in effect continued inside the prism. In the rectifying-system two prisms 14, 15, Figs. 2 and 7, are inserted crossed between the usual prisms 8, 9, and the images of scale-marks on the prisms 10, 11 are projected into the eyepiece as before by the aid of these prisms. The micrometer systems comprises one or more prisms P, Fig. 7, opening fanwise and combined, if desired, with an intermediate fixed prism N. The optical parts are supported in the outer frames by four balls 32, Fig. 13, engaging hemispherical or like recesses.
Patent GB-191011117-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gas Burners applicable for Melting Furnaces and other purposes.
Inventor: BRAYSHAW EDMUND RUSSELL
IPC: F23D14/00
Filed: 1910-05-05
Granted: 1911-04-27
Abstract: 11,117. Brayshaw, E. R. May 5. Atmospheric gas burners. - Relates to gas burners for furnaces such as are employed for melting metals in crucibles &c. The airsupply pipe d' is connected to a nozzle E shaped as shown. The gas - supply pipe d communicates with the chamber f, which is connected by a narrow passage with the space f<1> in front of the nozzle. The mixing-chamber G contains a baffle-plate H formed with a conical projection h and passages h<1> through which the mixture passes to the delivery pipe d<2>. A protecting-block K, which may be of cast iron, is fitted at the delivery end of the pipe d<2> and fits into a block k at the end of the heating inlet C, which is preferably faced with a block of heat-resisting material. The end of the heating inlet C may be plugged with a block c<1>, Fig. 8, into which the pipe d<2> is fitted. The air is blown in under pressure, or may be drawn in by the gas.
Patent GB-191018630-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Detachable Wheels for Road Vehicles.
Inventor: LANCHESTER FREDERICK WILLIAM
IPC: B60B3/18
Filed: 1910-08-08
Granted: 1911-07-20
Abstract: 18,630. Lanchester, F. W. Aug. 8. Hubs.-A detachable wheel is characterized by a hub and bearing having in combination the keying-elements necessary to its function as a driving or steering wheel. The hub A carries two running bearings C, B, and is formed with a series of keys D. When fitted upon a driving- axle E, Fig. 1, the keys D are engaged by similar keys on the axle, and the outer bearing C is inoperative. The nut J engages the hub. Upon a steering-axle, Fig. 2, both bearings are operative and the keys inoperative. A different nut K is used, which holds the inner ring of the outer bearing against a shoulder on the axle.
Patent GB-191020446-A (GB)
Title: Electricity-meter for Registering Maximum Consumption.
IPC: G01R11/60
Filed: 1910-09-01
Granted: 1911-02-09
Abstract: 20,446. Allgemeine Elektricitats Ges. Sept. 3, 1909, [Convention date]. Registering maxima.-A paper disk a is held by springs on a disk carried by a spindle c, which is connected by a train of wheels b to a meter for definite times, so that it is rotated through an angle proportional to the consumption of energy, and does not return. A mark is made on the paper by a point g when a cap k is removed by hand, so as to register the maximum consumption; the cap is held by a bayonet-joint, and must be turned to be removed, a shoulder i then engaging with a lever f carrying the indicating-point g. The starting- point is marked similarly when the cap is placed in position. The radial position of the point can be varied by means of a spirally slotted disk h, which can be turned by a key, so that several measurements may thus be recorded.
Patent GB-191026978-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Treating the Lungs and Respiratory Organs.
Inventor: HOUNSELL NATHANIEL JOSEPH
IPC: A61M13/00
Filed: 1910-12-09
Granted: 1911-09-14
Abstract: 26,978. Hounsell, N. J. Dec. 9. Inhalers; air and vapour injectors.-An apparatus for forcing medicated air into the lungs and bronchial tubes under considerable pressure comprises an air-tight reservoir 1 provided with a stoppered opening 2 for liquid medicament 16, a valved outlet 4 opening to a flexible pipe 5 and nostril plugs 6, and an hermetically-attached air-pump 11 leading through a non- return valve in the tube 14 to an inverted U- tube 15. Air is forced through and stored above the liquid 16 until it has attained a considerable pressure, the outlet 4 is then opened. A suitable liquid medicament is composed of a mixture of terebene, creosote, sanguinaria, eucalyptol, oil of mint, and guaiacol.
Patent GB-191029376-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Treatment of Metal for the Production of Sound Castings.
Inventor: WEISS LUDWIG
Filed: 1910-12-17
Granted: 1911-07-20
Abstract: 29,376. Weiss, L. Dec. 17. Alloys.-Zirconium is added to molten iron, copper, brass, gun-metal, &c. to deoxidize, and increase the strength of the casting, and to render it more insensible to the action of acids &c. The zirconium may be used in combination with carbon or silicon or as an alloy of iron or copper, with or without nickel, molybdenum, chromium, or tungsten.
Patent GB-191102572-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Electric Bell Circuits.
Inventor: BALDWIN ALFRED
IPC: G08B3/10
Filed: 1910-11-07
Granted: 1911-04-06
Abstract: 2572. Baldwin, A. Nov. 7, 1910. Bell signalling systems.-Relates to an electricbell system in which current is employed from the mains. One or more lamps 4 and a resistance 14 are arranged across the main terminals 2, 12, the bell circuit being taken as a shunt from the two ends of the resistance 14.
Patent GB-191104375-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Brakes for Vehicles.
Inventor: FRASCHINI ORESTE
IPC: B60T11/04
Filed: 1911-02-21
Granted: 1912-02-21
Abstract: 4375. Fraschini, O. Feb. 22, 1910, [Convention date]. Controlling-apparatus, arrangements of transmission gear in conjunction with.-In brake mechanism for the steering-wheels of automobiles arranged so as to be unaffected by the steering movements of the wheels, the cam h, which operates brake shoes d, d<1> within a drum T fixed to the wheel, is rotated by means of a member g which is formed on a pivot f carried by the axle a, and is of square section in planes transverse to the axis of the pivot f and of circular section in horizontal and vertical planes parallel to the pivot.
Patent GB-191105418-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Light Standards.
Inventor: BYNG ERNEST GUSTAV
IPC: F21V17/02
Filed: 1911-03-04
Granted: 1912-01-11
Abstract: 5418. Byng, E. G., and Collings, J. H. March 4. Pedestals and stands. - Relates to insulated electric-light fittings or standards for use in workshops. A wooden base a is fixed to or formed integral with a wooden pillar b, which is hollowed to receive a metal tube d. A lamp-holder e is screwed to the upper end of the tube d, and its lower end carries a clamping-nut f. The exposed metal parts of the lamp-holder are covered by shields g of insulating-material as described in Specification 13,481/10, [Class 39 (ii), Electric lamps, Incandescent]. The base contains a weight l, which is kept in place by an insulating-cover m. The electric leads pass through an insulating-tube o. In a modified construction, the metal pillar and base are covered with ebonite, litholite, or like material.
Patent GB-191106412-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Bench-vices.
Inventor: ASTON WILLIAM HENRY
IPC: B25B1/12
Filed: 1911-03-14
Granted: 1912-02-29
Abstract: 6412. Aston, W. H. March 14. Vices. - A quickadjustment vice is provided with ratchet teeth i formed on the upper side of the sliding bar h and adapted to engage a fixed tooth d projecting from and integral with the socket b, the socket being provided on its lower side with a fulcrum c of an inverted V or other shape upon which the bar may slide and rock. The clamping-plate k is operated by a screw j in the upright g to give a final grip to the work, and is guided by pins l working in slots m in the bar h. The plate k is loosely mounted upon a spherical end of the screw j to enable taper and parallel surfaces to be gripped.
Patent GB-191106785-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in & relating to Projectiles for Small Arms.
Inventor: STANBRIDGE HENRY
IPC: F42B12/78
Filed: 1911-03-18
Granted: 1912-04-18
Abstract: 6785. Stanbridge, H. March 18. Projectiles.-Relates to projectiles adapted to resist deformation due to the shock of discharge, and consists in surrounding a core of a single piece of soft metal by an envelope of hard metal with a pointed head, and a base strengthened. either by being covered with a cap, or by being closed in, or by a combination of the two methods. In the forms shown, the outer case a is of cupro-nickel. steel, or similar metal, and the core c is of lead, tungsten, or other heavy metal. Deformation on discharge is prevented either by a strong metal base cap d, Fig. A<6>, or by sharply curving in the base walls g, Fig. B<3>, or by a combination of these two methods, as shown in Fig. D'. A narrow driving-band is formed as a rib b on the case n or cap d; or a separate driving-band may be provided.
Patent GB-191115479-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Flushing Apparatus for Water Closets and the like.
Inventor: TURNBULL WILLIAM
IPC: E03D3/04
Filed: 1911-07-03
Granted: 1912-07-03
Abstract: 15,479. Turnbull, W. July 3. Valves closing after predetermined interval or flow. - A flushing- valve for water-closets &c., of the pistonoperated type started by an auxiliary push starting-valve for discharging a certain quantity of water at each operation, is provided with means for preventing a second full flush of water from being obtained before a certain definite interval of time has elapsed. A bellshaped plunger 12 is disposed within a dep e n d i n g sleeve 30 carried by a flange 16 and secured by the top cap 19. A partition across the sleeve is perforated at 22, and is formed with the valve seat 25 of the starting-valve 24. The main operating- piston 5 is cup-shaped, and has a passage 11 from the inlet 3 to the back thereof controlled by a slit screw 9. The lower end of the plunger where it rests on the piston 5 is serrated, the sleeve 30 is fitted with an adjustable slit screw 31 to allow pressure water to pass to the spaces above the piston and within the sleeve 30. On the opening of the main valve by the operation of the starting-valve 24, 29, the plunger 12 is carried up by the piston 5 until it abuts on and closes the starting-valve, and is maintained in this upper position by fluid pressure until the main valve has closed again. The plunger 12 then gradually subsides and rests finally upon the piston 5, whereupon the apparatus is ready for the next full flush.
Patent GB-191115581-A (GB)
Title: Locking Device for Door Latches.
Inventor: KARGES CARL
IPC: E05B47/06
Filed: 1911-07-04
Granted: 1912-07-04
Abstract: 15,581. Karges, C. July 4. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). ' Engaged ' and like indicators. - In connexion with a door lock a sliding member 18 when released by an electro - magnetically withdrawn detent in order to free the door handle is pulled up by a counterweight 22, which slides in a casing 24 on the other side of the door and bears an inscription which may be viewed through an aperture 23.
Patent GB-191116871-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Liquid Electric Controllers.
IPC: H01C10/02
Filed: 1911-07-22
Granted: 1911-12-30
Abstract: 16,871. West & Co., A., and Moggridge, W. J. July 22. Resistances, liquid. Baffle-plates are provided in the liquid, which is cooled by cooling-pipes, so as to produce a definite circulation through the lower electrodes. The controller, as shown for three-phase currents, comprises a main tank 1 above three pots 2 for the moving and fixed electrodes 5, 6. Baffle-plates 8 are provided in the tank 1, and the pots have outer and inner walls 2, 3, so as to separate the resistance liquid into a descending cooled stream 11 and a rising heated stream 10. The liquid is cooled by cooling-pipes 9 arranged between the baffle-plates 8 and the walls of the tank 1, and the cooled liquid passes through holes or passages 7 in the stationary and moving electrodes.
Patent GB-191120447-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to an Apparatus for Finishing Walls and Ceilings.
Inventor: HEYDENREICH HUGO
IPC: E04F21/08
Filed: 1911-09-15
Granted: 1912-05-16
Abstract: 20,447. Heydenreich, H. Sept. 15. Plastering.-To facilitate plastering or casting walls, ceilings, &c. in situ, rolls 2 of flexible sheet-iron are used as temporary supports. The free end of each roll is secured to the floor or wall 5 by an angle-iron 4, the sheet-iron being unrolled as the plaster &c. is applied. For casting walls &c. in situ, two rolls spaced apart are employed. For plastering walls, the roll, carried on a spindle 3, is suspended by ropes 7 by. which it can be drawn up to the ceiling. The supporting-sheet is alined by passing it through guides 10, 10<1> independently hung on ropes 11. For plastering ceilings, the ends of the spindle 3 are mounted in grooved boards, the grooves being inclined to compensate for the reduction in diameter of the roll due to its being unrolled. Mouldings are formed by use of suitable moulds placed on the supporting. sheet.
Patent GB-191121000-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Artificial Lines used in Duplex Telegraphy.
Inventor: BROWN SIDNEY GEORGE
IPC: H04L5/14
Filed: 1911-09-22
Granted: 1912-09-19
Abstract: 21,000. Brown, S. G. Sept. 22. Resistances with capacity. An artificial line for duplex telegraphy is provided with a fine adjustment accessible to the operator, comprising one or more ' miniature ' lines E in parallel with the main artificial line C and having high resistance and small capacity, so that the product of these quantities is equal for the lines E and C. The ' miniature ' line may also carry inductance e<2>, e<2> to compensate for the want of inductance in the main artificial line; and may be more finely subdivided at the end near the instrument than at the other end.
Patent GB-191122331-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, and connected with, Transversely-moving Targets for Shooting-ranges, Galleries, Saloons and the like.
Inventor: JENNINGS GEORGE ALFRED
IPC: F41J9/02
Filed: 1911-10-10
Granted: 1912-11-11
Abstract: 22,331. Jennings, G. A., Dudgeon, R. B., and Ferris, G. W. Oct. 10. Ball-shying pastimes for fairs and the like; ring-throwing and like games.-Targets j representing birds, animals, &c., are moved transversely across the range at different speeds by endless chains or bands g, h connected by vertical guide wires i on which the targets are raised and lowered by the sliding of fingers l on fixed cams m. The fingers slide on the guide wires i and are attached to rods k on carriers r provided with knife-edges q from which the targets are suspended by hooks p at the upper ends of hinged flaps o of the targets. When a target flap is struck, the hook is disengaged from the knife-edge and the target slides down on the guide wires. Adjustable stops w on the guide wires limit the downward movement of the fingers, and fixed wires or cam tracks t return the carrier hooks into engagement with the knife-edges on the return movement of the endless chains or bands. A spring connexion y between the target frame n and the hinged flap o keeps the flap in a vertical position and facilitates engagement of the catch p with the hook q. The targets may be used for rifle, ball-throwing, ring-throwing. or like practice.
Patent GB-191124637-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mechanically Operated Diaphragm Horns or Alarms.
Inventor: MONNOT JOHN FERREOL
IPC: G10K9/10
Filed: 1911-11-06
Granted: 1912-06-13
Abstract: 24,637. Monnot, J. F. Nov. 7,1910, [Convention date]. Diaphragm horns.-In a mechanically-operated diaphragm horn, the diaphragm is so mounted that it can be moved nearer to or away from the vibratory 'device as desired, and the vibratory device is operated from a spring motor. In the construction shown, the diaphragm 3 is mounted in the frame 2 adapted to screw on the casing 1 by which any adjustment of the diaphragm with respect to the operating- wheel 8 may be obtained. The wheel 8 is driven from the spring 15 through the bevel-gearing 12, 13, and the spring is wound up by oscillating the pivoted toothed sector 22 by hand or from a pedal connected thereto. The sector performs the idle return movement under the action of a spring, and when pulled to the extreme end of its active stroke, acts on a lever to withdraw the brake 30 which permits the spring to operate the horn.
Patent GB-191125337-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Torsion Dynamometers.
Inventor: LUX FRITZ
Filed: 1911-11-14
Granted: 1912-11-14
Abstract: 25,337. Lux, F. Nov. 14. Integrating.-In electric torsion dynamometers, accurate conducting-members surrounding the shaft are automatically rotated to an extent dependent upon the torque, and effect the movement of a pointer or recording- style, or control the length of stroke of a member reciprocated by the shaft, and thus produce an integration of the power transmitted. Referring to Fig. 1, at each rotation of the shaft 16 a contact 17 tends to close a circuit containing a primary coil 24 and reversely-disposed batteries 19, 20 electrically connected with the conducting - members 22, 23 separated by insulating-portions 22<1>, 23<1> and surrounding the shaft. When there is no torque, the brush 21 fixed on the shaft makes contact with an insulating-portion when the contact 17 engages the contact 18, so that no current flows. If however the brush 21 is displaced with respect to the contact 17, current flows in one direction or the other through the coil 24, thus producing a secondary current in a circuit containing an electromagnet 27. A switch 28 is therefore moved to cause current to flow from one or other of the reversed batteries 29, 30, and a motor 31 is rotated so as to turn the members 22, 23, through the shaft 32 and toothed segment 33, until the insulating-portion 22<1> or 23<1> is opposite the brush 21 at the moment when the contact 17 is closed. The shaft 32 may carry a pointer or may actuate a style 37 recording on a drum 38. In the integrating-apparatus shown in Fig. 2, a rack 41 is moved in accordance with the movements of the shaft 32 in Fig. 1. Beneath this rack is disposed a second rack 40, which is in gear with an integrating train of wheels 48 and is reciprocated electrically through a motor 43. The upward stroke of the rack 40 is caused by the excitation of a coil 55 at each revolution of the shaft which rocks a switch lever 53 to bring the battery 61 into action. When the rack 40 reaches the rack 41, a contact is made at 47, the coil 54 is energized, and the lever 53 is rocked, whereupon the battery 62 produces a reverse rotation of the motor 43. The rack 40 now descends, breaks circuit at 46, and remains stationary until the next excitation of the coil 55.
Patent GB-191202416-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Plant or Apparatus for the Sampling of Ores and for like purposes.
Inventor: CLIFT ARTHUR STEBBINS
IPC: G01N1/20
Filed: 1912-01-30
Granted: 1912-12-05
Abstract: 2416. Clift, A. S. Jan. 30. Sampling granular materials.-To obtain a representative sample of a quantity of ore &c., the ore is passed continuously through a hopper c, Fig. 1, beneath which is pivoted a deflector d, which is moved periodically so that the bulk of the material is discharged by a shoot e, and a portion, say one - fifth or onetenth, is passed into a hopper f. A reciprocating plate g regulates the feed from this hopper to the rolls b. A second deflector d<1> again divides the crushed ore, a further quantity being discharged by a shoot e<1> and a small portion fed by a hopper f<1> to rolls b<1>. This operation may be repeated, and the sample retained is delivered to fine-crushing rolls b<2> or to a grinding-device, from which it falls on to a sieve i, the coarser portion being returned by an elevator j to the crusher. The throughs from the sieve i are fed by a funnel c' to bottles k<X> placed beneath a distributor k<1>, Fig. 2, on a rotary table k. The distributor has a conical base k<2> and a cylindrical or conical wall k<1>, the space between them being divided by plates k<5> arranged in pairs. The space between each pair of plates receives the sample for one bottle and guides it to the outlet spout k<6>. The intermediate spaces k<4> form pockets which retain a portion of the ore, the quantity varying with the distance of the funnel c' from the centre of the distributor. This can be adjusted by sliding the base m, which carries the table k and the distributor, along guides m<2>, the pinion l<1> sliding on a feather on the shaft l<2>. The elevator may consist of a web j<4>, Fig. 5, to the inner edges of which are secured thick rubber bands j<3>, between which extend inclined slats j<1>, Fig. 4, forming pockets to receive material from the shoot i<2> and deliver it to a shoot i<3>. The bands j<3> run on two pulleys j' at the top, and are guided by pulleys j<5> near the lower end.
Patent GB-191202545-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in the Apparatus for the Treatment of Animal and Fish Refuse.
IPC: C11B13/00
Filed: 1912-01-31
Granted: 1913-01-09
Abstract: 2545. Downs, C., and Rose, Downs, &. Thompson. Jan. 31. Fatty oils, extracting by rendering. Apparatus for treating animal and fish refuse comprises a pan or kettle a with a vertical stirrer and a valve g at the base,a filter press i and a pump h for transferring the cooked material from the pan a to the press. The material is treated by steam in the pan, oil being drawn off from the top. The rest of the oil and water are extracted by the press.